Heat
Flames dance behind glass,
Kept away from conflagration.
The kind of mesmerizing
That mixes fear with wonder.
That makes one wonder
How such harm can come
From a force that harnessed
Is life-giving.
You light the fire,
And I'll keep it fed.
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Author's Note
My furnace is broken. HSA is stalling. Thank goodness for fireplaces and a mild winter.
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May you stay warm enough.
Neat close.
Good poem. Especially like the way you close the piece.
Paradox.
Cue up CS&N (pre-Young) Love fireplace fires. *
All makes for a warm heart*
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Great close, espcially.*
Thank you all. I may have to endure one more week of no furnace, but at least I have affirmation to keep me warm ;)
Nicely done.
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love the ending, emily
Thanks, Darryl and Gary. I appreciate it. :)